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Cefaclor

Uses

Cefaclor is used in the treatment of bacterial infections, such as bladder infection, ear infection, skin infection, or respiratory tract infections.

How it Works

Cefaclor is an antibiotic. Cefaclor kills the bacteria by attacking their cell wall. Cefaclor prevents the synthesis of peptidoglycan, which provides the cell wall with the strength required for survival of bacteria in human body. Without peptidoglycan the cells are not able to retain their cell shape thus destroying the cells and stopping the bacterial infections.

Common Side effects

Some of the potential side effects of Cefaclor can include the symptoms below;

Cefaclor is an antibiotic that is used in the treatment of bacterial infections. It inhibits the formation of the bacteria’s cell wall thereby preventing the spread of infection. It belongs to the class of antibiotics known as cephalosporin. It can cure bacterial infections, like respiratory tract, skin, ear, and urinary tract infections. Therapeutic effects can be brought through the measured intake of this medication.

Use

This medication is used to treat bacterial infections such as pneumonia, ear infections, throat infections, lungs and urinary tract infections, etc. It works by damaging the cell wall of the bacteria thereby stopping its growth. It is only used to treat bacterial infections and will not be effective in cases of viral infections such as the cold and flu.

Dosage and administration

This medication can be taken before or after food. It is better to keep a routine and intake the tablet at the same time everyday for better results. Take the medication exactly as prescribed by the physician. In case you miss a dose, do not try to take 2 doses at the same time as it may lead to severe side effects and overdose. Continue the medicine for full course to get rid of the infection completely.

Warning

Before being prescribed this medication, inform the doctor of your complete medical history, whether you suffer or have suffered from any liver ailments, kidney disease, diabetes, etc. The doctor would then determine if this medication is right for you.

Inform the doctor if have any existing or past allergies to any substances as the medication may have such substances in its composition. In case you experience any allergies or discomfort while using this medication, stop using this medication and consult the doctor immediately.

Pregnant women and breast feeding mothers are to use this medication only if it has been prescribed by the doctor.

The medication can have severe side effects such as diarrhoea, blood in the stools, stomach cramps etc., hence it is advisable to check with the doctor immediately if these conditions persist.

Do not use this medication for a longer time than recommended as bacteria present in the body may build resistance towards the medicine and it may have reduced effectiveness on future infections.

Side effects

Although Cefaclor helps in the treatment of bacterial infections, it also has some side effects which are listed below: